Mine Action Course
The Mine Action Course is conducted at the Brazilian Peace Operations Joint Training Center (CCOPAB). It aims to prepare military personnel to perform the functions of International Supervisors and Monitors in Humanitarian Demining missions under the aegis of international organizations, such as the Organization of American States (OAS), in accordance with the International Mine Action Standards advocated by the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS).
Duration
The course lasts a total of five weeks, developed in two phases: the first phase lasting two weeks in a distance learning modality, and the second phase lasting three weeks.
Distance Learning Phase: July 28 to August 8, 2025; and
In-person Phase: August 11 to 29, 2025.
Requirements
To enroll in the Mine Action Course, the candidate must be an officer, warrant officer, or career sergeant of the Brazilian Army, other Regular Forces, and Armed Forces of Friendly Nations. Candidates should have knowledge or experience in mine action or explosive ordnance disposal. Spanish proficiency is required, as the course will be conducted in this language.
